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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,370 cc

L76 MWGMOT history

L76 MWG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 242,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

L76 MWG blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2025
Mileage
242,636 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L76 MWG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L76 MWG was last recorded at 242,636 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 1,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,346 miles · 14 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,290 miles
Average per year
7,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 242,636 miles
  • 2024 – 241,346 miles
  • 2022 – 239,796 miles
  • 2021 – 238,410 miles
  • 2020 – 237,002 miles
  • 2019 – 233,684 miles
  • 2018 – 233,477 miles
  • 2017 – 218,338 miles
  • 2016 – 216,763 miles
  • 2015 – 209,985 miles
  • 2014 – 200,647 miles
  • 2013 – 188,706 miles
  • 2012 – 176,273 miles
  • 2010 – 156,114 miles
  • 2009 – 142,360 miles
  • 2008 – 119,911 miles
  • 2007 – 110,821 miles
  • 2006 – 99,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail242,636 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt leaking oil (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front crossmember/support panel corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front crossmember/support panel corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront crossmember corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Fuel tank slightly loose strap broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside and offside sills are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail242,636 miles (+1,290)1 dangerous6 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,636 miles
    Test number
    416521395417
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt leaking oil (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front crossmember/support panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front crossmember/support panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded

  2. Pass241,346 miles (+1,550)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    241,346 miles
    Test number
    993808491379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front crossmember and out riggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass239,796 miles (+1,386)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    239,796 miles
    Test number
    445518278600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded

  4. Pass238,410 miles (+1,408)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    238,410 miles
    Test number
    232711502106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember/chassis outriggers are corroded

  5. Pass237,002 miles (+3,318)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    237,002 miles
    Test number
    282591072783
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear panel/crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryFront panel/crossmember corroded

  6. Pass233,684 miles (+179)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    233,684 miles
    Test number
    411462737546
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside sills are corroded

  7. Fail233,505 miles (+28)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,505 miles
    Test number
    625662241310
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside sills are corroded

  8. Pass233,477 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    233,477 miles
    Test number
    969047046797
    • AdvisoryNearside sill area corroded outside prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail233,477 miles (+15,139)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,477 miles
    Test number
    149279211842
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill area corroded outside prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass218,338 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    218,338 miles
    Test number
    306626511774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail218,336 miles (+1,573)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,336 miles
    Test number
    931271343630
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

  12. Pass216,763 miles (+6,778)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    216,763 miles
    Test number
    713316576085
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have small cracks

  13. Pass209,985 miles (+9,338)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    209,985 miles
    Test number
    248227325281
    • NoteAll brakepipes undersealed
    • NoteUnderneath undersealed

  14. Pass200,647 miles (+11,941)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    200,647 miles
    Test number
    147535604263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass188,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    188,706 miles
    Test number
    226295203216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  16. Fail188,706 miles (+12,433)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,706 miles
    Test number
    315515303268
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  17. Pass176,273 miles (+20,159)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    176,273 miles
    Test number
    426099332037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass156,114 miles (+13,754)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    156,114 miles
    Test number
    643005200310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass142,360 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    142,360 miles
    Test number
    974457609397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail142,357 miles (+7,668)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,357 miles
    Test number
    882746909360
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteHandbrake return spring broken
    • NoteO/s seat belt twisted

  21. Fail134,689 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,689 miles
    Test number
    514957129041
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass134,689 miles (+14,778)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    134,689 miles
    Test number
    831897029001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass119,911 miles (+9,090)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    119,911 miles
    Test number
    111533708461
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteHanbrake cable corroded.o/s outer sill slightly corroded.

  24. Pass110,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    110,821 miles
    Test number
    104366127475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail110,821 miles (+11,171)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,821 miles
    Test number
    852496027049
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Fail99,650 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,650 miles
    Test number
    224869116032
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  27. Pass99,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    99,650 miles
    Test number
    610919116035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L76 MWG

Does L76 MWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L76 MWG expired on 13 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L76 MWG?
The MOT on L76 MWG expired on 13 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L76 MWG done?
L76 MWG was recorded at 242,636 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 7,440 miles a year.
Has L76 MWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L76 MWG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L76 MWG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L76 MWG find?
L76 MWG failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 14 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front service brake excessively binding; offside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt leaking oil, and 18 more.

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